When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
by Lowell Mason · Piano arrangement
Rewritten for piano by another musician.
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Lowell Mason, arr. Charles Middlebrooke
Rewritten for piano by another musician.
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About When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (Piano arrangement)
Piano sheet music for When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (Piano arrangement) by Lowell Mason, free to view and play along. Grade 4 (Intermediate (Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at about grade 4 level.
"When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (Piano arrangement)" by Lowell Mason is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 2:16. A Grade 4 piece featuring sixteenth notes, triplets, and a larger repertoire of techniques. Suitable for confident intermediate players. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 3-4 years of experience. Lowell Mason's composition showcases sixteenth notes and triplets and key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross is a hymn written by Isaac Watts in 1707. It reflects on the crucifixion of Jesus and the significance of His sacrifice. The piece is often performed during Lent and Easter services.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students at about Grade 4 level
- Self-taught pianists with solid fundamentals
- Those comfortable with varied repertoire
- Players looking to expand their technique
Skill level: Grade 4
- Level
- Intermediate (Grade 4)
- Experience
- 3-4 years
- Length
- 2:16
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Scales and arpeggios
- Sixteenth note passages
- Triplet patterns
- Independent hand movement
- Pedal technique
- Varied articulation
Musical concepts
- Sixteenth notes and triplets
- Key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Tempo variations (ritardando, accelerando)
- Musical phrasing
How long it takes
To learn
3-5 weeks with dedicated practice
Practice time
30-60 minutes daily
To master
6-10 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Analyze the piece structure before starting
- Practice difficult sections at half tempo
- Focus on musical expression, not just notes
- Record yourself to identify areas for improvement
- Work on maintaining consistent tempo
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